Woodwork: practical DIY skills for the home (beginners)

About this course

The course introduces practical woodwork for straightforward home projects. Learners will measure, mark, cut and adjust timber, assemble components with basic hand tools, and make at least two simple joints. It also covers selecting suitable wood and using basic woodworking terminology. Tutor guidance supports participants as they plan and complete a small project, such as a shelf, box, plant stand, picture frame or basic storage unit. Safe working practices and basic workshop health and safety are included throughout.

What you'll learn

• Apply basic health and safety procedures in a woodwork workshop.
• Use basic hand tools to measure, mark, cut and assemble timber.
• Measure and adjust timber accurately for simple DIY projects.
• Construct and use at least two simple wood joints.
• Select suitable types of wood for small home projects.
• Plan and complete a small practical woodwork project using basic woodworking terminology.

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners who want to tackle straightforward woodwork and DIY tasks at home. It combines tutor-guided instruction with planning and completing a small project, so learners should expect to take part in practical workshop activities.

• The course focuses on simple home projects and light DIY tasks.
• Learners complete a small practical project during the course.